Best new family mini MPV’s
Mini MPV’s are a fairly recent addition to the car world as car manufacturers have tried to think of new and inventive ways to make big cars small, so to speak. Basically a mini MPV has all the benefits of a small hatchback in terms of compact size but with a clever interior space to allow for maximum room and comfort, with tonnes of clever storage solutions – imagine a TARDIS and you’re nearly there – which make them absolutely perfect family cars for families who in addition to moving the actual people in the family, like to do the odd shopping trip or just take excess luggage everywhere they go.
Nowadays most mainstream manufacturers will have a mini MPV on the market and all with their own little tricks to entice customers into their models in what is becoming a very competitive car buying sector. Here then is our guide to 5 of the very best new family mini MPV’s in the market today with all of their wonderful compact yet spacious ace-ness.
Our top new family mini MPV’s:
Kia Soul mini MPV
The Kia Soul may not be for everyone in terms of looks but there’s no doubting that its mixture of practicality, quirky looks and excellent specification levels set it apart from many cars in its class, and make it ideal as a new family car. The Soul is not much different in length and width than a much smaller hatchback but inside the interior feels very spacious, particularly in the rear, with great passenger and boot space. The Soul also comes with a choice of one petrol and 1 diesel engine – both excellent – and you’ll get Kia’s fantastic 7-year/100,000 mile warranty from new.
Vauxhall Meriva mini MPV
The new Vauxhall Meriva mini MPV is a big improvement on its predecessor in terms of size and practicality making it an ideal new family mini MPV. The main new feature, aside from the new styling, is the rear hinged rear doors which make getting in and out of the spacious rear space very easy. The cabin is well appointed and the specification levels in the new Meriva are excellent from standard. The Meriva also comes with a good range of petrol and diesel engines.
Citroen C3 Picasso mini MPV
The Citroen C3 Picasso offers families a very clever mini MPV wrapped in a quirky package. Inside the cabin is extremely well appointed and has plenty of space right through including a large boot. The shape of the Citroen C3 Picasso means that visibility is great. There is a choice of one diesel engine and two petrol engines, all are pretty frugal. For practicality and versatility and as a small family car there are few, if any, better than the Citroen C3 Picasso.
Skoda Roomster mini MPV
The Skoda Roomster may not be everyone’s cup of tea in terms of styling but the distinctive styling hides an interior that’s versatility and space is unrivalled for a vehicle of its size. The rear seats can slide, fold flat to create extra passenger or luggage space making it ideal for families and the specification and equipment levels, even from standard, make it even better value for money for those looking for a family mover. The Roomster comes available with one petrol or one diesel engine and various trim levels to suit every budget and need.
Fiat Qubo mini MPV
Fiat’s Qubo mini MPV is clearly based on a van platform but what that means is that you’ll get a much larger cabin in a compact space. The interior is far from basic and has plenty of family friendly features and practicality and the car drives very much like a small hatchback. The Qubo also makes a great deal of sense for families when you consider that it comes with a range of economical and small petrol and diesel engines so running costs will be low. An outsider maybe but the Fiat Qubo is absolutely worth a look when considering your new family mini MPV.